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01-03-1985 .J:' , o o CITY OF EDGEWATER Industrial Development Board January 3, 1985 Minutes The meeting was called to order by the Chairman at 7:10 p.m. in the Community Center. ROLL CALL Present: Mrs. Massey, Mrs. Middleton, Messrs. Cichewicz, Gnau and Faidley. Absent: Messrs. Vazquez and Schneider. Also present: Mrs. Taylor, Secretary and one member of the press. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A motion by Mr. Cichewicz and seconded by Mr. Faidley to approve the minutes of November 1, 1984 CARRIED 5-0. The Chairman noted that the regular meeting for December was not held due to a lack of quorum. OLD BUSINESS Florida Department of Commerce, Transportation Fund Application - The Chairman read the letter of November 27 to the City Council in which she advised that the Board recommended these forms from the Department of Commerce be completed by the City Engineer. Mrs. Massey said that she has not heard any more about this matter; as soon as she gets information about the application she will bring it to the Board. She explained that she has talked to the Florida East Coast Railroad concerning this letter and offered the assistance of the Board to them in the forming of their plans for the park. Mrs. Massey said she understands that a contract has gone into effect with the Daytona Beach Community College for 100 acres of the park. A letter was sent to Tallahassee from the Board in support of the location of this center, she advised. Mr. Gnau again asked about the status of the transportation fund application. Mrs. Massey said she has not had a report back from the City Engineer on the status of the application. Mr. Gnau and Mr. Cichewicz suggested that a follow up be done to ascertain the status of the application. Mr. Cichewicz asked if it would not be possible to use such funds to open up roads, such as Mission Road. This would give truck access to this area. Mrs. Massey said that with the holidays there has not been much done on the application but she will make every effort to have a report for the next meeting. Mr. Cichewicz asked if the menillers could receive copies of the correspondence sent out by Mrs. Massey. It was explained that we have tried to do this. Survey of Local Industrial Development Groups - Mrs. Massey said she did not feel that this survey, requested by the University of Pennsylvania, was pertinent to this Board. The members were in agreement. Mrs. Massey said if it meets with the members approval she will send a letter to them explain- ing why the survey was not completed. Railroad Access north of Park Avenue - It was noted that almost all of the City's industrial land is north of the railroad tracks. The Chairman ex- plained to the newer members the history of the situation, noting that the crossing at Dale Street has been blockaded by the Florida East Coast Railroad. All land north of the spur railroad track is barricaded, she explained. It is an unused railroad track. The forms which the railroad company requires be signed by the property owners seeking a right to cross the tracks puts a great burden on the landowner. Mrs. Massey commented that if the City is able to get across the main lines they should be able to get across a spur track which is not being used. It is possible the street could be dedicated. This question has come before the Council previously to no avail and the members felt that it is now time for the issue to be discussed again. Mr. Cichewicz asked if it would be possible to request a meeting with the Florida East Coast Railroad concerning this matter and to ascertain when they plan to develop the area. Mrs. Massey said that she felt this contact should be made by the Council; she is ~ , , ~ o o bringing it to the Board for their consideration, because she has been approached by some of the property owners in the area. Mr. Cichewicz suggested that the landowners should be brought in to discuss the situation to see what they can do, and possibly let them go to the F.E.C. Mrs. Middleton moved that a letter be sent to the Council recommending that they try to get Dale Street open. Mr. Cichewicz asked if they are trying to get Dale Street dedicated, and Mrs. Massey said that they need to get across the railroad tracks, and the Board is asking that the Council do whatever is necessary to accomplish this, and that the Board will assist if needed. Mr. Faidley seconded the motion. The motion CARRIED 5-0. NEW BUSINESS James Ogden - Request for a special exception - 821 Park Avenue Mrs. Massey read the letter from the Planning and Zoning Board which states th~found that the uses requested by Mr. Ogden for a transmission clinic and general auto repair meet with the Comprehensive Plan. The Chairman also read the minutes pertaining to this case. It is her feeling that each request for such uses should continue to come in as a special exception. Mr. Cichewicz said that he is in full agreement with this, because of the limited industrial land in the City. He does not feel that the industrial area should be inundated with these types of businesses. Mr. Faidley moved to advise the Board of Adjustments that the Industrial Board is not opposed to the granting of a special exception in this instance. Mr. Gnau seconded the motion, which CARRIED 5-0. The members felt the letter should state that each case should be considered on a one on one basis. Mr. Ogden was present and thanked the Board for their time. MISCELLANEOUS Council minutes regarding procedures for filling vacancies on advisory boards. Mrs. Massey read the Council minutes pertaining to the vacancy on the Board resulting from the resignation of Mr. Foleno. The Council agreed that the Board should remain at 7 members at the present time. The procedures for filling vacancies was discussed at length; note was made that the Council recommended the Board members review new applicants and make their recommendation to the City Council prior to appointments being made. It was generally agreed that this was a good method. Mr. Cichewicz said that he had a little problem with this; by getting a mix of people you would get more ideas. The members said that they would like to have someone who is compatible to work with. Mr. Faidley moved for adjournment. Mrs. Middleton seconded the motion. The meeting was adjourned at 7:55 p.m. Minutes prepared by Joan Taylor Industrial Development Board January 3, 1985 - 2 -